Software Development Engineer

Overview

Join a leading global technology company, partnered with Aquent, where your expertise will directly shape the future of operational efficiency and customer experience! As a pivotal Software Development Engineer, you’ll be at the forefront of designing and implementing innovative solutions that power critical operations worldwide. This is an incredible opportunity to make a tangible impact, developing cutting-edge applications and tools that optimize resource utilization, streamline processes, and enhance the speed and quality of service delivery across a vast global network. Your work will directly contribute to improving key performance indicators and reducing manual efforts, truly transforming how the company operates and serves its customers.

This is a short term contract until 12th March 2026, offering £256.64 – £285.00 per day – 40 hrs/week – (PAYE). This role is open for a limited time. Next steps will be shared with shortlisted candidates by COB on Monday, 24th Nov. Due to the high volume of applicants, we may be unable to reply to each applicant individually.

**About the Opportunity**

We’re seeking a passionate and driven Software Development Engineer to join a dynamic team focused on building robust software solutions. You’ll play a crucial role in developing applications for both workstations and mobile devices, creating web tools, and designing real-time dashboards that drive operational excellence. This position offers the chance to collaborate closely with product managers and operational teams, translating complex business requirements into elegant, high-impact technical designs and solutions. If you thrive in an environment where you can innovate, automate, and see the direct results of your efforts in a global setting, this role is for you!

**What You’ll Do:**

* Design and develop innovative software applications for workstations and mobile devices to support daily operational needs.
* Create sophisticated web tools and real-time dashboards to optimize resource allocation and enhance operational processes.
* Improve and evolve critical engineering services, ensuring high performance and reliability.
* Drive the standardization of operational processes, significantly reducing manual touchpoints and boosting overall efficiency.
* Implement automation solutions to streamline operational tasks, minimize manual effort, and accelerate response times.
* Directly influence key operational metrics, including efficiency, response times, cost, and speed of service delivery.
* Collaborate with Product Managers, Operations teams, and fellow engineers to develop clear business solutions and technical strategies.
* Conduct in-depth analysis of business requirements and craft comprehensive low-level technical designs for implementation.

**What You’ll Bring:**

**Must-Have Qualifications:**

• Technical experience: Experience with cloud computing (preferably AWS) and software development including programming in any modern object-oriented language (preferably Java and Python). Some frontend development experience preferable (React + Javascript / Typescript).
• Stakeholder Management: Ability to collaborate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Autonomy and Drive: Capable of driving software development and resolving issues independently.